Love to Sew Podcast

In this episode, we chat about a really interesting email we got from a listener who doesn't enjoy the sewing process. We talk about sewing for practical reasons versus sewing for the process, how to ...

29 Apr 202538min

This episode is all about a lesser-known fiber: hemp! It's super environmentally friendly, breathable, antibacterial, and has great body and texture. We talk a bit about hemp's long history, how it go...

22 Apr 202528min

This episode is like a mini sewing challenge! We each sewed a skort and we discuss it for the first time on the pod. We chat about the patterns and fabrics we chose for our skorts, our experiences sew...

15 Apr 202542min

We interview Christine Millar, aka Sewstine! She talks to us about her stunning historical costumes, from drafting the patterns to designing and machine embroidering the sumptuous fabrics. Show Note...

8 Apr 202556min

Ease is the extra length and width that pattern designers add so that you can move in your clothes. In this episode, we talk about how ease works and how to figure out the amount of ease that YOU like...

1 Apr 202530min

In this episode, we're reacting to rising fashion trends for spring 2025! Whether we love 'em or hate 'em, we're gonna tell you how you can incorporate them into your me-mades. Show Notes

25 Mar 202537min

We interview Brandon Hayden, a pattern designer, sewing teacher, and content creator who makes menswear with bold fabrics and cool details. He wants to empower sewists to build their skills and expres...

18 Mar 202545min

We're back with the first episode of the spring 2025 season! We chat about our sewing machines - the ones we learned on, the ones we have today, and the ones we want in the future. Plus: we catch up a...

11 Mar 202548min